Each generation must have its own first-hand experience of God’s power and presence to have enduring faith. This kind of faith takes more than receiving a godly heritage in faith and learning stories about the PAST deeds of God. Both are important, yet a fresh experience of God’s mighty presence is essential. Jesus came as God in human flesh to help us know God and see how he loves us Yet Jesus still longs for us to experience God today through the Holy Spirit. “The people served the Lord throughout the lifetime of Joshua and of the elders who outlived him and who had seen all the great things the Lord had done for Israel.” Judges 2:7.
May 12
“But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you…” —Luke 6:27. Jesus was the perfect example of this command in his life